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🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Kosiniak-Kamysz: "The veto on SAFE is a strategic mistake by the president"

Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz criticizes President Karol Nawrocki's veto of the SAFE bill, claiming it undermines Poland's national security and military modernization.

Mar 20 • 09:10 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Government awards $307M contract to Colt Canada to manufacture over 65,000 rifles for the Canadian Armed Forces

The Canadian government has awarded a $307 million contract to Colt Canada to manufacture over 65,000 new rifles for the Canadian Armed Forces, replacing outdated equipment.

Mar 19 • 15:16 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Argentine Army bought eight Stryker armored vehicles from the United States: what they are like

Argentina's Army has purchased eight Stryker armored vehicles from the United States as part of a modernization plan.

Mar 18 • 19:35 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Dr. Wojciech Warski: SAFE Loans Will Significantly Complicate Polexit

Dr. Wojciech Warski criticizes the presidential veto on the SAFE loans funding for the modernization of the Polish Armed Forces, emphasizing its implications for Poland’s security and its relationship with the EU.

Mar 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

How China is beating the US in new weapons race with a fraction of the budget

China is reportedly outperforming the US in military modernization despite significantly lower spending on research and development.

Mar 16 • 22:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Kupka spoke about the modernized army. He forgets about overpriced kitchens and missing backpacks

Czech Minister Kupka discusses army modernization while ignoring issues of inflated costs and equipment shortages.

Mar 16 • 15:52 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

In the Armaments Committee, the upgrade of the F-16s, the 'Achilles' Shield, and the modernization of frigates

Greek Defense Minister Nikolaos Dendias announced the submission of various significant armament programs to the Special Permanent Committee on Armaments Programs and Contracts of the Hellenic Parliament.

Mar 16 • 10:13 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Polish president vetoed the EU defense financing plan

Poland's nationalist president Karol Nawrocki vetoed the country's participation in a major military modernization program funded by European Union loans, which had already been approved by lawmakers.

Mar 12 • 21:40 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Experts criticize the president's and NBP's proposal: 'There is no such thing as SAFE zero percent'

Experts are raising concerns about the proposed 'SAFE zero percent' initiative aimed at funding Polish military modernization, questioning its economic viability and constitutional basis.

Mar 12 • 03:03 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

"The Thing Is": "Zero Percent Safe or Zero Zloty Safe?" Behind the Presidential Idea for Army Financing

President Karol Nawrocki has proposed the establishment of a Polish Defense Investment Fund to support the modernization of the Polish army, but questions arise regarding the feasibility of this plan.

Mar 11 • 16:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

The European Union will give 600 million. Shelters, modernization, investments planned

The European Commission has approved changes to the regional program "European Funds for Świętokrzyskie for the years 2021-2027," which will fund shelters, airport and hospital modernization, and investments in the defense industry.

Mar 11 • 15:48 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

"Temporary stabilization phase." Billion-dollar cuts in defense will also affect Strnad's contracts

The Czech Ministry of Defense has proposed a budget that reduces funding by 21 billion CZK, affecting modernization contracts and specifically impacting billionaire Michal Strnad's contracts.

Mar 8 • 10:50 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

China keeps defence budget growth steady as modernization deadline looms

China plans to increase its defense budget by 7% this year to 1.91 trillion yuan amid ongoing military modernization efforts.

Mar 5 • 13:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Chinese Cyber Forces in the Spratly Islands: The Impact of a Growing Defense Budget and Purges?

China has announced a significant increase in its defense budget, focusing on high-tech military modernization and the establishment of cyber forces in the Spratly Islands.

Mar 5 • 09:24 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

China keeps defence spending high in drive to modernise

China is set to increase its defense spending by 7 percent in 2026 to enhance its military modernization efforts amid growing regional tensions, particularly concerning Taiwan.

Mar 5 • 04:52 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Ministry aims to purchase mine-hunting ship modernization services from VLG without a competition

The Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence plans to procure modernization services for a mine-hunting vessel from VLG without a competitive tender, citing national security interests.

Mar 4 • 06:15 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Poland Takes on Major Army Modernization

The Polish parliament has approved a significant army modernization plan funded by a €44 billion loan from the European Union.

Feb 27 • 18:05 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Poland approved a huge 44 billion euros military modernization

Poland has approved a significant military modernization budget to strengthen defense capabilities against perceived threats from Russia.

Feb 27 • 14:48 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

"This is the largest army modernization program". The government reveals plans for purchases from the SAFE program

The Polish government outlines plans for significant military investments, primarily benefiting local defense companies through the SAFE program.

Feb 27 • 12:40 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Experts: It's Time for a Mature, Bipartisan Discussion on the Defense Procurement System

Poland is undertaking an unprecedented defense modernization program in response to real security threats, prompting a need for a systematic reflection on its procurement system.

Feb 27 • 09:31 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

General: Poland reacts too slowly to the existential threat posed by Russia

In a recent meeting, Polish military leaders emphasized the urgent need for modernization and increased troop numbers in response to Russia's growing threats, despite Poland's significant defense spending.

Feb 25 • 14:28 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

New survey for 'Rzeczpospolita' shows President Karol Nawrocki's dilemma regarding SAFE

A new survey reveals that nearly 60% of respondents support President Karol Nawrocki signing the SAFE bill, which allows for €43 billion in loans for military modernization, while the opposition largely opposes it.

Feb 25 • 03:30 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

They believe the threat from Russia and China has increased. The U.S. is now taking measures not taken in half a century

The U.S. Air Force is accelerating its nuclear missile program modernization in response to increased threats from Russia and China, a move not seen in fifty years.

Feb 19 • 05:05 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Lithuania's army now has 500 modern JLTV armored vehicles

The Lithuanian army receives its 500th JLTV armored vehicle as part of a modernization project started in 2019.

Feb 18 • 14:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

In Defense of Felipe

The article discusses the controversial legacy of former Spanish Prime Minister Felipe González, emphasizing his role in Spain's modernization and critiquing both his detractors and supporters.

Feb 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Navy reports 37% progress in the construction of a new Multipurpose Ship

The Mexican Navy has reported a 37% progress in the construction of a new Multipurpose Ship, which is set to enhance naval operations by 2029.

Feb 12 • 23:09 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

N. Dendias: Defense spending approaches - if not exceeds - 5% of GDP

Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias announced during a NATO defense ministers meeting that Greece's defense spending is nearing 5% of GDP as part of the modernization agenda for the Greek Armed Forces.

Feb 12 • 14:47 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

Italian hunters in Asia: what happens to the M-346F

The Italian defense industry is strengthening its presence in the Asia-Pacific region with plans for the M-346F aircraft to support the modernization of Indonesia's air force.

Feb 8 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Spain will present 79 modernization programs to NATO to justify the 2% defense spending

The Spanish Ministry of Defense plans to present a dossier to NATO detailing 79 investment programs to validate the country's defense spending at 2% of its GDP.

Jan 13 • 21:01 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

We are investing billions and completely transforming defense forces, bringing an overview of all key procurements by 2030.

Croatia's military modernization plan, initiated with a strategic partnership with France and a deal for Rafale fighter jets, outlines significant investments aimed at transforming its defense forces by 2030.

Jan 12 • 11:12 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Ministry of Defense announced: This was a historic year for the modernization of the Croatian Army

In 2025, Croatia made significant investments in defense, leading to the most extensive modernization of its army and implementation of fundamental military training.

Dec 31 • 18:15 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Ministry of Defense: We have made the largest modernization of the Croatian Armed Forces in the last few decades

In 2025, Croatia marked significant investments in strengthening its defense capabilities through the most extensive modernization of its military in recent decades, as reported by the Croatian Ministry of Defense.

Dec 31 • 17:21 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

VIDEO Look at what the Croatian Army has acquired this year

The Croatian Ministry of Defense announced significant modernization efforts for the military in 2025, marking historical investments and improvements in defense capabilities.

Dec 31 • 16:58 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Dendias: In 2026, we will be in the midst of a major effort to modernize the Armed Forces

Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias outlines a comprehensive plan for modernization and support of the Armed Forces, highlighting goals set for 2026 as part of the 'Agenda 2030.'

Dec 31 • 10:29 UTC

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